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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Arsenal vs Aston Villa
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COMPETITION :
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Premier League
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| DATE: |
09-12-2023
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TIME:
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11.00 PM IST (UTC +5:30)
09.30 PM UAE
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STADIUM
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Villa Park
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Aston Villa possible starting lineup:
Martinez; Konsa, Carlos, Torres, Digne; Diaby, Luiz, Kamara, McGinn; Tielemans; Watkins
Arsenal possible starting lineup:
Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Odegaard, Rice, Havertz; Saka, Jesus, Martinellihe bench for this weekend's game.
Arsenal Faces Key Player Challenges and Managerial Absence Ahead of Clash with League Leaders
In the aftermath of a hard-fought match, Bayer Leverkusen's Bailey, after tirelessly pressuring the Citizens' defense, may be rested for the upcoming clash against the league leaders. Arsenal's manager, Unai Emery, has a potent replacement in Moussa Diaby, previously a transfer target for the Gunners. However, injury setbacks for Bertrand Traore, Emiliano Buendia, and Tyrone Mings pose additional challenges for Emery.
The defensive lineup that successfully kept Manchester City at bay is likely to remain unchanged, with Matty Cash holding his position. Arsenal's defensive resilience will be put to the test as fans express concerns about the dynamic threat of Diaby and Bailey.
Unfortunately for Arsenal, the injury list has grown, with Takehiro Tomiyasu, Emile Smith Rowe, Fabio Vieira, Thomas Partey, and Jurrien Timber all sidelined. This opens the door for Ben White to stake his claim for a regular starting role.
Adding to the adversity, Unai Arteta's touchline presence will be absent due to a suspension incurred during the Luton victory. Albert Stuivenberg steps in temporarily to manage the team at Villa Park.
As Arsenal navigates these challenges, the spotlight is on the likes of Diaby, Cash, and White to step up in the absence of key players and the manager, as they prepare to face the league leaders in a crucial matchup.
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Premier League